Maxam nominated to Air Force Academy

U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown has nominated Wyoming High School senior William Maxam to the Air Force Academy.

"Ohio schools are training leaders for the next generation of military personnel. I am honored to nominate these outstanding students for our prestigious U.S. Military Service Academies," Brown said. "These Ohioans embody the integrity and courage needed to represent well and uphold the values of our nation. I am grateful for their dedication to serving our country."

Each year, Brown uses the Competitive Nominations Process and nominates 10 candidates for each academy slot available at each service academy, including: the Air Force Academy, the Naval Academy, the Military Academy at West Point and the Merchant Marine Academy. The nominations are based on the recommendation of a Service Academy Selection Advisory Committee assembled by Brown. This committee, comprised of former academy graduates, parents of academy attendees, and community leaders from throughout the state, conducted rigorous interviews before selecting the final candidates.

This year, because two openings were available at the both Air Force Academy and the Naval Academy, Brown nominated 20 students to those institutions. A nomination does not guarantee acceptance into a service academy. The Academy's Admissions Board ultimately decides who receives an appointment.

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Maxam nominated to Air Force Academy

U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown has nominated Wyoming High School senior William Maxam to the Air Force Academy.